Automotive Autobody Paint Tips and Tricks from bare metal to finish Clearcoat Part 1 Long Version

For over 30 years restored and painted antique automobiles as a hobby. This series of videos is for my YouTube followers who want to learn the right materials and the correct steps to do a quality automotive paint job right the first time. I've got about 3 hours just to tape the vehicle up with the 3m painter's plastic in preparation for primer. The neater you tape the better the final job looks. The first portion of this video is about 35 minutes. I explain what I use, everything from sandpaper to paint guns and setup of my work area.

Complete list of all the materials: *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases*
3M 06723 12’ x 400’ Plastic Sheeting- https://amzn.to/2L0Xjj8

Any good 3M Respirators https://amzn.to/2MwtKGP
The 6000 series 3M Respirator that I use https://amzn.to/3og6cUw

Any Evercoat filler is good, xtreme is the best.
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Evercoat 112 Rage 3 Liter Gold Premium Lightweight Body Filler https://amzn.to/358rTyf

For minor imperfections, spread it on, it will level itself and gloss out before it hardens.
Evercoat 425 Metal Glaze Ultra 30oz Pumptainer https://amzn.to/388OgFz

Strong repair
Bondo Glass Reinforced Filler, 00272, 1 Quart https://amzn.to/3aZgJzI
Bondo Chopped glass in the video was bought at Autozone.
Stronger repair
Bondo Bondo-Hair Long Strand Fiberglass Reinforced Filler, 00762, 1 Quart https://amzn.to/3hCD2fV
Dynatron 3 Pack Bondo Spreaders, 358 https://amzn.to/3ofufmG

Clean Sheets Superior Mixing Pad (12x12) - 100 Disposable Sheets FOR Toughest Job, Clear https://amzn.to/2X9rGqh

Custom Shop Pack of 12 Each 32 Ounce Paint Mix Cups with calibrated Mixing ratios on Side of Cup https://amzn.to/3nbEabB
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DeVilbiss Dekups 34 Oz Starter Kit https://amzn.to/3odpWIf
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POR-15 45006-6PK Gloss Black Rust Preventive Coating - 4 fl. oz., (Pack of 6) https://amzn.to/387Zeey
POR-15 40204 Metal Prep - 1 quart https://amzn.to/3pEvTyi

3M Bare-Metal Seam Sealer, 08310, Beige, 200 mL Cartridge https://amzn.to/3hLlGxl
3M Manual Cartridge Applicator, 08571, 200 mL https://amzn.to/388Gn32

3M Brushable Seam Sealer, 08656, 1 Quart, 946 mL https://amzn.to/38TTZi0

Primefit R1401G Mini Air Regulator with steel-Protected Gauge, 60-Scfm At 100-Psi, 1/4" Npt https://amzn.to/3hD3q9e
If you have problems with moisture in your airline… Tailonz Pneumatic 1/4 Inch NPT Air Filter Pressure Regulator Combo Piggyback, Air Tool Compressor Filter with Gauge AW2000-02 https://amzn.to/2MmgEvw

Dynatron 3 Pack Bondo Spreaders, 358 https://amzn.to/3ofufmG
DeVilbiss DPC8 Spray Gun Cleaning Bottle - 16 oz. Capacity https://amzn.to/3b8WjUT
Klean-Strip Lacquer Thinner, 1 Quart https://amzn.to/3nfjoHL

Microflex Diamond Grip Gloves https://amzn.to/3880IWm
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DeVilbiss 802343 Auto Painting/Priming Kit https://amzn.to/3hDChmJ
Get something like this - Eastar 2:1 4:1 Aluminum Auto Coating Mixing Scale Measuring Stirring Sticks Paint Ruler https://amzn.to/388uTMT

Trade Associates AF44L 7 Piece DuraBlock Sanding Kit https://amzn.to/3rRBu6s
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Nylon 100 to 125 micron-clear coat, 190 micron-base/clear. 225-metallic base color. Cotton filters 240 to 400 microns
pLink to Cone Paint Filters https://amzn.to/3ndpLeR
Link to Prep Solvents https://amzn.to/38aVJnD
3M Automotive Refinish Masking Tape, 06652, 18 mm x 55 m, Yellow https://amzn.to/3b3Nsnq
3M Automotive Refinish Masking Tape, 06654, 36 mm x 55 m, Yellow, can still have oils left from fingerprints or hand prints that can ruin your day if you spray primer over it. Later in the video, I prep the bare metal with Prepsol to degrease it and use Crystal tack wipes to remove any dust that might have accumulated on the surface right before primer. Then mix up and spray one coat of epoxy primer to seal the bare metal on every part of the vehicle and then spray 4 coats of 2k primer. The manufacturer specs call for 4 coats of 2k primer. The reason for 4 coats, is so you have enough primer material on the surface to block sand to eliminate surface imperfections. any less than that you chance sanding through to bare metal and then you are mixing & respraying primer to fix the burn through to bare metal. The idea is to go forward not backwards.

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Intro music:
Dj Rkod - Pulse (George Ellinas Remix) by George_Ellinas (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/George_...